Category Archives: The journey west

Why living in 300 square feet is awesome

Posted on January 5, 2016 by gizmogoeswest

John and I love living in our RV.  You would think that living full time in 300 square feet would get to you, but we have really enjoyed it.  Below is a list of reasons why living in 300 square … Continue reading →

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Trading in Palms for Pines

Posted on December 12, 2015 by gizmogoeswest

This week we decided to “trade in palms for pines” for a day.  We drove one hour west and 5100 feet up to the start of the hike for Black Mountain. 

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Why aren’t you in Florida

Posted on December 4, 2015 by gizmogoeswest

Why aren’t you in Florida?  We have been asked that a lot on this trip.  It is very clear that there is an obvious “migration pattern” for snowbirds.  Those from the Northeast go to Florida and those from the Northwest … Continue reading →

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Big Split Rock Canyon

Posted on November 17, 2015 by gizmogoeswest

Gizmo has informed us he’s done with mountains and has moved on to hiking slot canyons.

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Painted Canyon- Ladder Loop Trail

Posted on November 16, 2015 by gizmogoeswest

The goal for yesterday was to take a tour of the Oasis Date Gardens followed by a tour of the  International banana museum.  We had looked up the date farm on line and it said they offered tours at 1030 … Continue reading →

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Salton Sea and Salvation Mountain

Posted on November 15, 2015 by gizmogoeswest

This week we ventured out to the Salton Sea.  I really knew nothing about this area until we arrived in California so we did some online reading to learn more about it before visiting. The Salton Sea region was part … Continue reading →

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One month- What we have learned…

Posted on November 2, 2015 by gizmogoeswest

This is definitely a new experience for both John and I.  We are really glad we both had years of camping under our belts before we started this adventure.  That really helped us figure out what we wanted in an … Continue reading →

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A Hike on the Mt Whitney Trail

Posted on November 2, 2015 by gizmogoeswest

view back towards Lone Pine and the Inyo Mountains John and I would love to hike to Mt. Whitney on a future visit. 22 miles round trip with over 6000 feet of elevation. Trails are excellent Snack break for Gizmo … Continue reading →

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A Walk Among the Ancients

Posted on November 1, 2015 by gizmogoeswest

On Saturday we made the decision to go to the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest.  We had almost decided against it because we were not sure we were up to another long ride with 6000 feet of elevation.  I am really … Continue reading →

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The “highs” and “lows” of Death Valley

Posted on October 29, 2015 by gizmogoeswest

I guess I have always thought about the lows, like being below sea level, when I have thought of Death Valley.  I never thought about the mountains that surround it, some that exceed 11,000 feet.  I guess that’s why I … Continue reading →

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